waspish
adjective
like or suggesting a wasp, especially in behavior.
WASPishly
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a word derived from
Waspish.
Example Sentences
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Archie McParland buzzed around waspishly at nine, while Callum Chick was everywhere in the back row.
From BBC ● Dec. 29, 2025
That, at least, is in line with current government policy, he suggests waspishly.
From The Guardian ● May 14, 2016
“I am much traveled in Concord,” he replied waspishly to someone who encouraged him to see the world.
From Slate ● Oct. 22, 2014
"They're at the other end of the stall," snapped the vendor waspishly.
From BBC ● Feb. 6, 2010
Bohr waspishly lectured G. P. Thomson of the Cavendish, who had been stumping for Cockcroft and Walton.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
